Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cedric Tillman vs Tre TuckerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cedric Tillman is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Tre Tucker's 7.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cedric Tillman is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Cedric Tillman edges Tre Tucker by 0.4 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Cedric Tillman goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Cedric Tillman and Tre Tucker in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

WRCleveland Browns#99PPG LEADER

Cedric Tillman

PPG

8.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

612

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRLas Vegas Raiders#50

Tre Tucker

PPG

7.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

696

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Cedric Tillman

Tre Tucker

Head to Head

8.2 PPG7.8 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Cedric Tillman: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tre Tucker: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #50 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Cedric Tillman is producing at 37% of elite pace and Tre Tucker at 35%. That ranking gap means Tre Tucker carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cedric Tillman vs Tre Tucker: The Full Breakdown

Cedric Tillman (8.2 PPG) and Tre Tucker (7.8 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Cedric Tillman played 14 games for the Cleveland Browns; Tre Tucker suited up 17 times for the Las Vegas Raiders.

A 0.4-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Cedric Tillman turned 78 targets into 612 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Tre Tucker converted 92 looks into 696 yards and 5 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Cedric Tillman sits Week 10 while Tre Tucker is off Week 13. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Cedric Tillman (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tre Tucker (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Cedric Tillman outscored Tre Tucker by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tre Tucker played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cedric Tillman's 14. That durability gap means Tre Tucker contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tre Tucker scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tre Tucker saw 92 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cedric Tillman vs Tre Tucker: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cedric Tillman	Tre Tucker
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	7.8
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	133
Receptions	50	57
Rec/Game	3.6	3.4
Receiving Yards	612	696
Rec Yds/Game	43.7	40.9
Receiving TDs	4	5
Targets	78	92
Target Share/Game	5.6	5.4
Age	-	25
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 13

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Cedric Tillman holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.2 points per game. Tre Tucker averaged 7.8 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Cedric Tillman vs Tre Tucker

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Cedric Tillman vs Tre Tucker

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cedric Tillman or Tre Tucker in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cedric Tillman has the edge at 8.2 PPG compared to Tre Tucker's 7.8 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Cedric Tillman and Tre Tucker average in 2025?▾

Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tre Tucker averaged 7.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Cedric Tillman and Tre Tucker's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cedric Tillman (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Tre Tucker (LV) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cedric Tillman or Tre Tucker a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Cedric Tillman outscored Tre Tucker by 0.4 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.